When is the last time you listened? Really listened? When your team member come to you do you stop what you are doing, turn to them and give them your full 100% attention? Notice for yourself this week what you do when someone calls for your attention. Do you really give them 100%?
In my work it is very common to observe leaders continuing on with their email or task and not even stopping and turning to listen to a team member who has popped their head in the door (or cubicle). How does that behavior impact connection and trust?
This week, take stock of the way you listen to others. Notice the differences at different times of day.
Some other things to notice when listening:
In my work it is very common to observe leaders continuing on with their email or task and not even stopping and turning to listen to a team member who has popped their head in the door (or cubicle). How does that behavior impact connection and trust?
This week, take stock of the way you listen to others. Notice the differences at different times of day.
Some other things to notice when listening:
- What does the pace and pitch of the speaker say? Are they rushing, going slowly?
- How do the words align with their body language? Align with the pace?
- Are you already thinking about what you are going to say, or ask before the other person has stopped?
- What do you notice about about listening in general? What changes do you want to make?
Activity:
In your next coaching conversation notice what you are listening to. What are you paying attention to?
Jennifer Britton
Potentials Realized | Coaching Team Leaders
Contact us to set up a time to discuss leadership, teamwork and coaching needs for your team or organization
(416)996-8326
In your next coaching conversation notice what you are listening to. What are you paying attention to?
Jennifer Britton
Potentials Realized | Coaching Team Leaders
Contact us to set up a time to discuss leadership, teamwork and coaching needs for your team or organization
(416)996-8326
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